Diesel Technician/Mechanic III - Entry Level

Penske•Statesville, NC

14d

About The Position

Penske is hiring an entry-level Diesel Technician/Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of fleet vehicles. The technician helps keep customer vehicles safe, reliable, and on the road, using Penske’s tools and technology to log, research, diagnose, and complete repairs. The role includes hands-on training and coaching from experienced supervisors and master technicians, along with industry-certified training and opportunities to develop new skills. Penske provides necessary major shop tools and maintains clean facilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred.
Basic mechanical aptitude; 1–2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience preferred.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to solve problems and comfort using tools.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work well as part of a team and outside.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to understand and comply with instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, and other information established by Penske management.
Ability to pass required background screening, drug screening, and physical examination, and to complete the Penske employment application.
Willingness to work the required schedule and at the specified location, and potentially travel within a nearby geographic area for training.
For driving duties, ability to meet DOT requirements, including a current driver qualification file, annual MVR check, completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records request from prior employers within the last three years. CDL holders must complete a DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safely in a DOT-regulated or safety-sensitive role.
Ability to move frequently and stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended periods during scheduled work.
Routine daily use of hands to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and operate tools or controls.
Ability to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms and to work safely in all weather conditions.
Ability to see and hear well enough to safely navigate a workplace where large trucks frequently move.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds; ability to push or pull truck tires weighing more than 100 pounds regularly.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
One to two years of automotive or diesel repair experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain vehicles and ensure they are safe for customers.
Use Penske tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs, including tire replacement or rotation, vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles.
Learn new skills through Penske technician training and hands-on coaching in partnership with the manager.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Follow DOT, OSHA, and Penske safety and maintenance policies, including appropriate tool and PPE use and established safety practices.
Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance.
Drive Penske and customer vehicles as required and maintain the driver qualification file required for the role.
Work safely and remain alert, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.